It’s been a little over a month now since we began our bedroom update! I never thought it would take this long, but most of the room has been DIY and DIY takes time! Here’s one of the last little projects I did for the room – DIY vintage doily art.
I needed two pieces of artwork for above the nightstands on either side of the bed. Something simple, but unique. I had several ideas, but this is the one that I liked the most. And, it’s super easy and inexpensive too!
I purchased two frames at AC Moore that already had a linen look mat with a 5 x 7″ opening. They were 50% off. I used a piece of 8 x 10″ chipboard and covered it with a blue fabric that is a shade darker than my wall color (here’s a secret – it’s really a pillowcase that I cut up!). Then I went to my local vintage shop where you can buy a doily for .50! I picked up several, brought them home, and chose the two I liked best. I did bleach them so they were bright white and ironed them when they were still damp. Place the doily over the fabric covered chipboard and secure on the back and place inside your frame. That’s it!
I’ll be back on Wednesday to show you the finished bedroom! I hope your week is off to a great start!
I think this is so beautiful and displays the doily for the work of art it is…
Oh my, I have some doilies my great grandmother made and have been looking for a project like this! Can't wait to try it.
Yes, t'is a lovely idea.a beautiful keepsake..be sure to use "acid free" matting etc…
Doreen, what I can see of your bedroom looks so serene. What a creative girl you are! I love the lace in the frames!!!!
Beautiful!! Such a good idea. Glad you shared 🙂
Happy Tuesday…
~Sherri
What a great idea! I have several doilies made by relatives long since passed. What a great way to honor their memory and their handiwork. The linen matts are perfect too – must keep my eyes peeled for some or cover the ones I have in linen fabric. Thanks for the inspiration – pinning this idea!
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Doreen,
What sweet and thrifty idea you had here…looks soooo charming. Thanks so much for sharing it at Show and Share.
Blessings,
Linda
You are a genius! I love, love, love this look so very much. I have been racking my brain for something to use on the walls in my bedroom and this my friend is what I MUST do.
Thanks so much for sharing this with us. Now I'm off to dig through my frames and dollies. Yipppeee!
that's such a great way to display something that might be an heirloom, or something.
b
Love this idea! Would you mind sharing where the frame is from? I am looking to do a similar project with a doily of my grandmothers and looking for the perfect shabby frame!
@Meredith Benge.. she mentioned finding the frames at A.C. Moore for 50% off, and already matted with the linen look. 🙂
Lovely and great easy project. Love it.
This is so pretty. Just the right amount of perfection in a frame.